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SA poorly equipped to manage looming food, water shortages
South Africa is ill-equipped to deal with the existing food and water shortage crisis facing the country, according to Prof Louis Kotzé, environmental law expert at the Faculty of Law, on the Potchefstroom Campus of the North-West University.
Drought and its effects on the agricultural industry
SA agriculture is currently facing the country’s worst drought since 1904. The entire economy, not just farmers, will feel the effects.
Challenges and opportunities for SA’s red meat producers
The current drought and other difficulties are dominating conversation among South Africa’s red meat producers, but Dr Pieter Prinsloo, second vice-chairperson of the Red Meat Producers’ Organisation, reminds us of the opportunities.
Valtra and Pöttinger – Part 2
Joe Spencer continues his overview of what’s new from Valtra and Pöttinger.
Lodging for outdoor enthusiasts
I received a call from a Farmer’s Weekly reader in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands to design an upmarket lodge developnment. After browsing through my many...
Grain production regions desperate for rain
Grain producers are still concerned about the absence of significant rainfall, said Wandile Sihlobo, economist at Grain SA.
Rabies can be a danger to your horse
Rabies is a cruel and incurable disease, but horses can be inoculated against it
at little cost.
Time to declare a national disaster!
The good rains that came before Easter were just enough to cover some of South Africa’s parched areas in a thin veil of green, but the relief was fleeting.
Increase wine grape profits with successful mechanisation
Izak de Beer may be one of only a few farmers in Olifantsriver in the Western Cape who is making a profit out of wine grapes. Creative use of mechanisation is one of the reasons for his success. Glenneis Kriel spoke to him about his production methods
Slow-cooked lamb shanks with sweet potatoes
This delicious dish is melt-in-the-mouth, and is a superb way to mark any occasion.
Investment in agriculture must increase
The agriculture sector globally has suffered a chronic shortage of investment, said Mark Holderness, executive secretary of the Global Forum on Agricultural Research.
Global demand for wool keeps prices high
Prospects for increased wool production and rising wool prices are positive, with the product in great demand worldwide, says HB van der Walt, newly-elected chairperson of the National Woolgrowers’ Association in the Eastern Cape.
Fresh produce quality generally good despite drought
The Institute of Market Agents of South Africa (IMASA) has reported that it has not received complaints from market agents regarding poorer quality fresh produce resulting from the current drought.
Climate change in the spotlight
The third Global Conference on Agricultural Research (GCARD3), hosted by South Africa’s Agricultural Research Council (ARC), is currently underway in Johannesburg.
Grazing and land value
Grazing capacity is not the only factor involved in the valuation of grazing land.
Milk prices to increase by May due to drought
South African consumers will be paying more for milk from May, due to the drought and milk supply shortages.
ARC small grain production guidelines now available
The 2016 Agricultural Research Council guidelines for the production of small grains in the summer and winter grain production regions of SA were recently made available to the industry.
Growing papayas – Part 2
A papaya orchard’s four-year lifespan makes the cost of planting material an extremely important economic factor.
What to do after transplanting lettuce
The manner in which lettuces are transplanted makes all the difference to the profitability of a crop, as all subsequent practices and expenses up to maturity remain the same.
Saving your assessed losses
An assessed loss can be a valuable asset that helps you pay less tax – but it must be protected.
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